REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Seven years of information security work experience from one or a combination of security architecture and design, security engineering, auditing and compliance, incident response and forensics, security awareness training, and the management of an IT security department. Demonstrated experience managing enterprise-wide security programs in complex distributed environments. Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture principles and enterprise identity governance. Experience in conducting security tabletop exercises or cyber incident simulations; use of cybersecurity maturity models such as NIST CSF Tiers or CMMC. Professional security certifications required (CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent). Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Strong leadership and team management capabilities. Knowledge of emerging technologies in higher education (cloud computing, IoT, AI/ML security implications).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, computer engineering, or related area. Higher education experience. Deep knowledge of information security frameworks (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001/27002, CIS Controls). Experience with security technologies including SIEM, endpoint protection, network security tools, and cloud security platforms. Knowledge of research security requirements and federal compliance mandates. Experience with security program maturity assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.

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